People: Morningstar Inc (MORN.OQ)

Mr. William M. Lyons is Independent Director of Morningstar, Inc. He served as president and chief executive officer of American Century Companies, Inc., an investment management company, from September 2000 until his retirement in March 2007. From 1987 to 2000, he served in other capacities at American Century Companies, Inc., including as general counsel, chief operating officer, and president. He currently serves as a member of the board of directors of NIC Inc. and The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC. He holds a bachelor’s degree in history from Yale University and a juris doctor degree from Northwestern University School of Law.